Marco’s POV
“I’m not saying you will, Alpha Marco,” Dan said evenly, unmoved. “I’m saying you might.”
That ticked me off a little.
“That’s why I’m taking precautions,” I replied, voice clipped. “Steps to ensure the enemy never gets their hands on either Ariana or Ellen.”
“And that’s exactly why they believe your decisions have been centered mainly around the women,” Dan said. “But I understand, Alpha Marco. I agree with your leadership—I just want you to make the best, most rational choices when it comes to either of them. So it won’t affect the pack at large… especially Ariana.”
My eyes narrowed even further, my breath hot as steam.
I knew Dan would eventually bring this up. Days ago, he caught Ariana in my office—he knew we’d kissed. Yet after our conversation, he left and acted li
